Grants for after-school programs are now open for bid.

Before- and after-school programs provide students with academic enrichment opportunities and activities designed to complement their regular academic program during non-school hours by providing a range of high-quality services to support student learning and development. These services include tutoring and mentoring, homework help, academic enrichment (such as hands-on math, reading, language arts and science programs), community service opportunities, as well as music, arts, sports and cultural activities.

After-school programs incorporate a strong partnership of school, family and community members that collaboratively contribute to the growth of students as they mature into caring, competent and responsible adults.

The Department receives the following two sources of funds for after-school programs which are then made available to the local level through a grant award process: School Age Community (SAC) and/or 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC). The purpose and requirements for these two grants vary. 

Visit the Approved Programs page for a brief explanation of each and to view a list of current grant recipients.